What is light pollution?
If you live in or near a crowded city and have tried to see the stars or a meteor shower in the night sky, you...
The most destructive hurricanes to hit the Northeast U.S.
When you think of destructive hurricanes, you rarely think of the Northeast. Even though that part of the U.S. doesn’t see tropical systems as often...
Record-breaking heat takes hold for parts of the U.S.
Even though Sept. 1 marked the start of meteorological fall, temperatures will say otherwise as record-breaking heat scorches the eastern two-thirds of the country this...
Why weather in the ‘Coffee Belt’ is so important
Whether it’s first thing in the morning, a mid-afternoon pick-me-up or your dessert at night, it’s safe to say that a cup of coffee is...
Heat dome brings scorching heat this week
A heat dome in the center of the country will build temperatures up throughout the week. What You Need To Know The eastern half of...
Dangerous weather likely in the eastern U.S. on Monday
Powerful storms will develop from New York to Alabama today. One zone, the Mid-Atlantic (including Washington, D.C. and Baltimore), is especially likely to see damaging...
How to get the best sunrise & sunset shot
Some of my favorite nature photos are those taken at sunrise and sunset. But how does one capture such vivid colors during these times? I...
Florida waters hit 100 degrees, possible global record
Several heat waves across the globe have sent temperatures soaring to new records over the past few weeks. From China and Europe to right here...
What is a heat burst?
A heat burst is a rare phenomenon that makes temperatures spike during the evening or nighttime. Along with a dramatic temperature increase, it’s also associated...
Revolutionizing EVs with nickel chemistry
Electric vehicles are becoming more common on our roads today. So efforts are underway to make the EV lithium-ion batteries inside them more sustainable. Scientists...